Leaks may occur at various spots around your pool depending on its components and design, with common culprits including:
Pool Plumbing:
Leaks in a pool’s plumbing system – including pipes, fittings and valves – are among the primary causes of pool leaks. Leaks may occur due to corrosion, wear-and-tear wear or improper installation as well as external factors causing damage.
Pool Shell: Concrete or gunite pools may experience leakage over time due to cracks, fractures, or structural damage in their shell walls or floor which allows water to seep through and cause leakage.
Pool Equipment:
Components such as the pool pump, filter, heater and valves may develop leaks if their seals, gaskets or connections break down. Regular inspection should be conducted on these components to detect water leaking out or moisture accumulation.
Skimmer and Return Fittings:
The skimmer and return fittings responsible for circulating water between pools may develop leakage around their seals or connections, potentially leading to water leaking out or air bubbles when running the pool. Be vigilant for signs of any water leaking out, or air pockets while checking this area while running your pool.
(for Vinyl Pools): Leaks in vinyl-lined pools may result from tears, punctures or material degradation of their liner material, so be on the lookout for any signs of tears, punctures or wear which might compromise it and leak water into your pool. Be on the lookout for signs such as wrinkles or separation between walls and floor of the pool as this could mean leakage is imminent. Having regularly inspected their liner can prevent this scenario.
Tile Grout and Caulking:
Deteriorated grout or caulking around your pool’s tiles, coping, or expansion joints can allow water to seep behind its shell, leading to leaks. Repair or replace damaged grout as soon as possible to stop this infiltration of water and ensure its prevention.
Water Features and Accessories:
Features such as waterfalls, fountains, slides or decorative elements may develop leaks at their connections or seals or plumbing lines, leading to water loss or potential damage. Inspect these elements regularly and repair any leaks immediately to reduce potential water loss and potential damages.
Ground Settling or Shifting:
Subtle changes in soil conditions, ground settling or shifting can put an immense amount of strain on pool structures over time, leading to cracks, leaks and eventual damage. Monitor the area around your pool closely for signs of soil erosion, subsidence or movement that could threaten its integrity and cause cracks or leaks in its structure.
Regular inspection, maintenance and prompt repair of leaks or damages to your pool is the key to keeping costs under control and prolonging its functionality. If you suspect there may be leakage but don’t know where it lies, hiring an outside service to detect its source could help pinpoint it more accurately and address it swiftly.
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